The 2021 Tajogaite eruption buried towns, farms and roads and cut La Palma in two for over a year. A local’s account of what happened, the extraordinary road built across the lava, and how to visit today.

A local’s guide to fishing on La Palma: blue marlin, tuna and wahoo in deep water minutes from Tazacorte harbour, what charters are like, the honest truth about shore fishing, and the licence you need.

A local’s honest, no-nonsense guide to renting a car on La Palma without overpaying: book early, skip the desk upsells, choose the right car, and the fuel and insurance tricks that actually save money in 2026.

Mountain biking in La Palma: get shuttled to the 2,426 m summit and ride kilometres downhill to the sea, rent an e-MTB, and discover the longest descents in the Canary Islands.

The best hikes in La Palma, from the Caldera de Taburiente and the Ruta de los Volcanes (try it by full moon) to the tunnels and springs of Marcos y Cordero. Local tips included.

La Palma is not a clubbing island, and that is its charm. Our honest guide to nightlife in Los Llanos and Santa Cruz: the best bars, the one real nightclub, and the legendary Los Indianos carnival.

La Palma has the best stargazing in Europe. Our complete guide covers the Roque de los Muchachos observatory, guided stargazing tours, the best dark-sky spots and practical tips for the world’s first UNESCO Starlight Reserve.

The story of Tanausú, the last Benahoarita chief of La Palma, who defended the Caldera de Taburiente against the Spanish conquest and chose death over captivity with the word ‘vacaguaré’.

Discover the best things to do in La Palma, the Canary Islands’ greenest secret: hiking the Caldera de Taburiente, stargazing at Roque de los Muchachos, black-sand beaches, volcanoes and practical travel tips for 2026.